The Big 10 ACC 2021 season was full of exciting matchups and thrilling finishes, and in the end, it was the Clemson Tigers who emerged as the champions. After a grueling regular season and a thrilling Championship Game, Clemson capped off an incredible season with a 42-25 victory over Ohio State in the Big 10 ACC 2021 Championship Game.
The Clemson Tigers
The Clemson Tigers were the favorites to win the Big 10 ACC 2021 season heading into the season, and they lived up to the hype. Led by Heisman Trophy winner Trevor Lawrence, the Tigers had one of the most dynamic offenses in the nation, averaging over 500 yards of total offense per game. In addition to Lawrence, the offense was bolstered by a talented group of receivers, led by Justyn Ross and Tee Higgins, as well as a steady running game led by Travis Etienne. The defense was also one of the best in the nation, led by safety Tanner Muse and defensive linemen Christian Wilkins and Dexter Lawrence.
Ohio State Buckeyes
The Ohio State Buckeyes were the other team in the Big 10 ACC 2021 Championship Game, and they had one of the most explosive offenses in the nation. Led by Heisman Trophy finalist Justin Fields, the Buckeyes averaged over 35 points per game and had one of the most dynamic passing attacks in the nation. Fields was joined by talented receivers Chris Olave, K.J. Hill, and Binjimen Victor, as well as a solid running game led by J.K. Dobbins. The defense was also one of the best in the nation, led by linebacker Malik Harrison and defensive backs Jordan Fuller and Shaun Wade.
The Championship Game
The Big 10 ACC 2021 Championship Game was a thrilling game that featured two of the best teams in college football. The game was close throughout, but the Tigers pulled away in the fourth quarter to win 42-25. Lawrence was the star of the game, throwing for 259 yards and three touchdowns while also rushing for 107 yards and two scores. Etienne also had a huge game, rushing for 156 yards and two touchdowns. On the Ohio State side, Fields threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, while Olave had four receptions for 104 yards and two touchdowns.
The Aftermath
The victory by Clemson marked the fourth consecutive Big 10 ACC title for the Tigers, and the third consecutive College Football Playoff appearance. The win also cemented the legacy of Clemson as one of the great college football programs of all time, and it solidified head coach Dabo Swinney as one of the all-time greats. The loss for Ohio State was a tough one, but the Buckeyes still had one of the best seasons in school history, and they will look to build on that success in the future.
Conclusion
The Big 10 ACC 2021 season was one of the most exciting in recent memory, and the championship game was a fitting ending to an incredible year of college football. The Clemson Tigers emerged as the champions, and they will look to continue their success into next season. The Ohio State Buckeyes had a great season as well, and they will look to build on that success in the future. No matter who wins or loses, the Big 10 ACC 2021 season was one to remember.